2009 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 196 kg more than 2006 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Insight (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Insight | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
